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Your kids’ dad is the best. He’s involved in their lives, offering his loving and protective guidance every step of the way, but he isn’t afraid to let his inner kid loose to have fun when the kids are bouncing off the walls. With all that he does for your family, you want to show…
If you’re a proud parent to a high school athlete, you don’t need anyone to tell you that training, equipping, and transporting your kid during the season (and before and after too) is expensive. Really expensive, in some places: According to a report from CNBC, some Texas high school football coaches earn six-figure salaries. That’s…
Getting to take your child out for their first camping trip is so exciting! Just like everything else, it just takes a lot more extra planning than before you had kids. Being stuck out in the wilderness without an essential baby item can turn your trip into a disaster way too quickly. I learned some…
Most people aren’t aware of the significant benefits cooking can have. So, if you’re a keen cook wanting to improve your skills and enhance the benefits cooking can provide, it’s essential you have the right equipment in your kitchen! It’s no secret that a job is only as good as its tools, and the same…
In the current economic climate every penny, or cent, counts. The key to keeping control of the finances as a home owner is attention to detail. Every little change you make adds up to help you to save money. Diversify your heating sources As you have probably noticed, the cost of power and fuel fluctuates….
As a first time parent, you may not have an idea on how to get started taking care of your child. To ensure that you leave nothing to chance, you need to create and maintain a working checklist. This will enable you to tick of essential items once you have purchased them. In addition, you…
There probably isn’t a homeowner alive who couldn’t benefit from saving money around the house but few are aware of the fact that today’s technology provides one of the easiest ways to save money in a number of ways. Typically, you are going to look at energy efficiency but there are other ways in which…
No one wants to get the flu, and no parent wants their child to get the flu either. Thankfully, there are ways that you can help your kids avoid the flu this season, especially if you follow the tips below. Remember that if your child starts exhibiting symptoms, don’t waste time in a waiting room;…
Get ready ladies, it’s time to wear WHITE! Forget the fashion rule of not wearing white before Memorial Day. T.J.Maxx & Marshalls conducted a little survey and found out that women of today actually dig their white clothes out of their closet before mid May. The official results from T.J.Maxx & Marshalls are in… It’s…
Braun No Touch + Forehead Thermometer Every mom needs to get the new Braun No Touch + Forehead Thermometer. First of all, it’s non invasive and gentle enough to get the temp of your sleeping baby without disturbing them. What other thermometer can do that? With its revolutionary dual technology and ultra-sensitive sensor, you can…
Looking good in the summertime is so much better than any other time of the year. You’ve got the sun beating down, the outdoors beckoning – but that’s no good if you’re feeling self-conscious about your appearance. At least you can hide in the half-light if you’re feeling dodgy during the wintertime. But when…
Now that summer is officially over I can’t wait to start wearing my fall wardrobe. But the weather can be challenging – chilly one day and hot and humid the next. That’s where those tricky transition pieces come in handy. You know, the ones that have a Fall, crisp-weather vibe, but still work when the…
MUCH ADO ABOUT A MUTE SWAN: PART 17 “To Have the Love of a Wild Heart” There’s nothing like having a soul-connection with a wild animal. Unlike domestic animals who automatically subserve to humans, wild animals do anything but subserve. When I am sitting on the dock, and Prince gets three inches from my face…
I have finally given in and transitioned my clothes – good-bye shorts, hello turtlenecks and sweaters. I put up a good fight and waited until after vacation to make the transition. When the thermometer finally dropped to under 50 degrees I knew it was time. I put away my summer clothes and decided to really…
Fudge, in any form or flavor, is pretty damn great. Add a fall flavor like pumpkin to it and you’ve got a treat that’s worth talking about. This pumpkin fudge is almost certainly not healthy for you on account of the sugar and fat, but it’s certainly a crowd pleaser. Eat in moderation (if you can)!…
Source: Better Homes and Gardens Makes: 2 servings Prep: 20 minutes Marinate: 1 hour Grill: 12 minutes Rating: 4 stars See more recipes >> INGREDIENTS * 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained * 1 8-ounce can pineapple tidbits (juice pack), drained * 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion * 2 fresh jalapeno peppers,…